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BBC Scotland axes Fred Macaulay show

Fred MacAulay is to be axed from his BBC Radio Scotland slot after 17 years on air.

BBC Scotland say the stand-up will remain an important part of their output with projects including a new satirical panel show, Breaking The News. He is already a regular on Radio 4’s The News Quiz.

His 10.30am to midday weekday show is to be axed as part of a new line-up unveiled by the station.

He will also host a number of radio shows from the Edinburgh Fringe and present a two-part documentary about comedy and politics.

Macaulay, who has hosted a morning show on BBC Radio Scotland since 1997 said: ‘I am looking forward to taking my radio audience with me on a new journey as I return to my comedy roots.

‘I am excited to be hosting these brand new series and working with BBC Scotland and independent production colleagues. I know how fond the MacAulay and Co audience is of the show and I know how game they’ll be for these new adventures.’

Loose Women star Kaye Adams will take over a show running from 9am to midday under the new schedules.

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